Civils Drainage Engineer

Civils Drainage Engineer

Location: Midlands Region (regular travel required)

Contract: Full Time – Permanent

Hours: Monday – Friday 8-5

You’ll be responding to drainage emergencies throughout the Midlands region, investigating flooding incidents, blockages, collapses and drainage asset failures whilst helping to protect public safety, property and infrastructure. You’ll provide technical expertise and provide effective solutions to ensure all our clients receive a high-quality service.

What’s in it for you?

When you join Ipsum, you’re not just taking a job. You’re becoming part of a team that values your contribution, supports your growth and rewards your hard work:

• Competitive Salary
• Company vehicle & fuel card
• Company productivity bonus scheme
• 28 days annual leave
• Know someone great? Refer them to us and receive £1000 for every referral*
• Company Pension Scheme
• Career development and funded professional qualifications
• 24/7 virtual GP access
• Mental health support & counselling services
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Employee discount platform with savings on supermarkets, gyms, mobile phones and more
• Life Assurance cover
• Enhanced Maternity Pay
• Long Service Awards
• Paid volunteering opportunities

What you’ll be doing

As a Civils Drainage Engineer, you’ll be responsible for:

• Attending emergency and planned drainage work within agreed response times
• Investigating and diagnosing drainage faults, blockages, flooding and system failures
• Carrying out drain unblocking using rods, high-pressure water jetting equipment and specialist drainage tools
• Repairing and replacing damaged pipework, gullies, manholes, interceptors and associated drainage assets
• Undertaking excavations and reinstatement works where required
• Installing new drainage systems, connections and associated infrastructure
• Conducting CCTV drainage surveys to identify defects and recommend remedial solutions
• Completing drainage rehabilitation works including patch lining and pipe repairs where qualified
• Identifying root ingress, collapsed drains, displaced joints and structural defects
• Completing accurate electronic job reports, survey findings and photographic records
• Ensuring all works are delivered in accordance with health, safety, environmental and quality standards

What we’re looking for

Ideally, you’ll bring previous experience in the drainage industry, along with:

• Proven experience in the drainage industry
• Experience in blocked drain clearance and drainage repairs
• Knowledge of drainage systems, foul water systems, surface water systems and sewer networks
• Experience of using high-pressure water jetting equipment
• Ability to diagnose drainage faults and identify appropriate repair solutions
• Full UK Driving Licence
• CCTV Drainage Survey, High Pressure Water Jetting, NRSWA, Confined Space, CSCS or First Aid qualifications (desirable)
• Experience working on social housing and local authority contracts (desirable)

So, what’s next?

Our Talent Acquisition Team will work with the hiring manager to review candidates and arrange interviews – so keep an eye on your phone!

If you’re successful, you’ll spend your first two days in our Leicester office, getting to meet our Operational Development team who will guide you through your induction and set you up for a great start with us!

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